Made in Seki, Japan, a city known for its 700-year-old history of samurai sword-making, Miyabi knives are equal parts style and substance. Every knife in their most popular, and thus most extensive, 5000 MCD range has a CRYODUR blade that’s ice-hardened at -196’C for strength and corrosion resistance, then tempered for flexibility. The core micro-carbide…
WuSTHOF knives have been manufactured in the city of Solingen, Germany since 1814. The company, which is still run by the founding family, takes quality very seriously ‘ which explains why their knives consistently feature in ‘best of’ lists. This WuSTHOF Classic Asian Utility Knife features a uniquely curved straight-edge blade that works for low…
Though Jars Ceramistes is a family-run company that’s been around since 1857, their tableware is perfectly suited to contemporary needs. Their ceramics are very hard-wearing, able to resist cracks, fading, and the stress of dishwashers and microwaves. This is a result of an energy-saving manufacturing process that fires only once at 1285’C rather than the…
There’s no better way to ensure meat is properly cooked than a thermometer. This super-fast thermometer from Big Green Egg takes out the guesswork. It’s easy to use with four clear buttons, a big display, and a cover for neat storage.
Made in France, Staub cookware is loved by professional chefs and home cooks alike. This cocotte is made of thick cast iron ‘ a hard-wearing material capable of retaining high levels of heat, which allows for excellent browning and steam retention. Cast iron is also very versatile, suitable for all hobs including induction, the oven,…
Mauviel’s M’Cook range outperforms standard stainless steel pans by miles. Every pan in this range has outer layers of 18/10 stainless steel and a flat base, which makes it induction-compatible, plus three inner layers of heat-responsive aluminium. The middle layer of that aluminium is pure, meaning there is no adhesive agent in it that slightly…
Every knife in Kai Shun’s Nagare range undergoes a highly sophisticated process that involves bonding flexible VG2 steel with hard VG10 steel, surrounded by 72 layers of Damascus steel that form a radial pattern. Besides looking beautiful, this construction provides excellent durability and prevents food from sticking to the sides of the blade as you…
Since 1857, Jars Ceramistes has specialised in handcrafted tableware that is elegant yet playful, adding a touch of refinement to any table setting. Made in France, their ceramics are remarkably durable, able to resist cracks, fading, and the stress of dishwashers and microwaves. (You can warm these plates and bowls in the oven, set to…
Loft is a collaboration between two titans of the ceramics industry: Rosenthal, the 140-year-old German porcelain manufacturer, and award-winning British design group Queensberry Hunt, whose work is in the collections of many museums around the world including London’s Victoria & Albert. Every piece is made from high-fired vitrified white porcelain that results in a glossy…
Established in 1818, Pillivuyt has a world-famous reputation for making culinary porcelain that’s both elegant and durable. Their robust pieces can go in the oven and microwave’at temperatures of up to 290’C (270’C fan)’and are safe in the dishwasher and freezer too. In fact you could take it from the freezer to the oven and…
Every knife in Kai Shun’s Nagare range undergoes a highly sophisticated process which involves bonding flexible VG2 steel with hard VG10 steel, surrounded by 72 layers of Damascus steel that form a radial pattern. Besides looking beautiful, this construction provides excellent durability and prevents food from sticking to the sides of the blade as you…